Ro Khanna

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Ro Khanna

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth September 13, 1976 (Age: 50)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral
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Overview
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Personal Background

Ro Khanna holds a robust academic background, having earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Chicago and a Juris Doctor from Yale Law School. He began his career in public service, working on Barack Obama's Illinois Senate campaign and interning for high-profile political figures. Khanna transitioned into the private sector, gaining significant experience in high-finance before returning to public service as a Deputy Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Commerce. He further honed his expertise as a visiting lecturer at Stanford University and a practicing attorney at a prominent Silicon Valley law firm.

Political Ideas

Ro Khanna's political identity is marked by a blend of progressive advocacy with surprising alliances, particularly in economic policies that balance tech innovation with worker protections. His legislative record reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, showcasing a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Khanna’s rhetoric often emphasizes inclusivity and forward-thinking solutions, creating a unique ideological positioning that juxtaposes traditional liberal stances with pragmatic considerations.

Campaigns
2026: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ACTIVE

Election History

California House of Representatives 17th District

Active

(Incumbent) Competing Candidates: Ritesh Tandon

California House of Representatives 17th District Nonpartisan Primary

82,997 votes (62.30%)

Win
2024: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California 17th District, U.S.A. House of Representatives

172,462 votes (67.70%)

Win

Position Details

2022: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

2022 California's 17th congressional district election

127,853 votes (70.90%)

Win
2020: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 17th congressional district, 2020

212,137 votes (73.10%)

Win
2018: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

California's 17th congressional district election, 2018

159,105 votes (75.30%)

Win
2016: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

California's 17th congressional district election, 2016

142,262 votes (61.00%)

Loss
2014: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

United States House of Representatives elections

64,847 votes (48.20%)

Loss